Jin Conception

Jin Conception is a story puzzle in which nine playable characters’ stories intertwine. Three characters enter Final Layer, and two vanish without a trace. One returns but says they cannot remember what happened. You must work out who to trust, who is telling the truth or lying, and who is friend or foe. The story is told out of sequence, and the game has more gameplay than story.

Combat and exploration

Combat is turn-based and strategic, with battles taking place on the same field you move through rather than on a separate screen. Afflictions and buffs affect what characters can do; for example, a character with the stuck affliction cannot run away. Party members can combine attacks through double and triple Jin techs, and you can set traps during combat to delay an attack for later.

Clues appear throughout the game to guide your deductions, and a hint system can point you toward your next destination. You can ignore both hints and clues to explore. Correctly deducing the friend or foes earns a reward at the end.

Choices and replaying

The game has more than one ending, and the foe or foes can change. Some boss battles use random elements to surprise you on repeat playthroughs. Romance is also part of the game, and additional content is available in Continue Game+.

You can save anywhere and at any time outside battle and cutscenes. The game can be completed without grinding; after one playthrough, it is designed to be speed-rushed, though you are not required to do so. Monsters can defeat characters in one hit, bosses can be difficult, and the game offers no hand-holding.